Sacramento, California Window Replacement
Last updated on 11/15/2019
A Sacramento window replacement is one of the best ways to increase the value of your California home while also gaining excellent energy savings in the process. If you have noticed that your air conditioner is working overtime to keep up with your drafty windows, now is a great time to do a Sacramento window replacement. You may be surprised at how affordable it is, especially when you consider how much you will be saving on your CA home's heating and cooling bills. Shop online today to find the best replacement windows at an affordable rate.
Tax Credit
There are many benefits to replacing the windows in your Sacramento, CA home. One of the biggest is the tax rebates you may qualify for if you use energy efficient window. When shopping for the replacement, be sure to look for the Energy Star emblem. Windows that have the Energy Star emblem have been rigorously tested for maximum energy efficiency.
The Energy Star program was developed by the government as an incentive to homeowners to use energy efficient material when doing home improvement projects. This program allows a Sacramento homeowner to realize excellent tax savings when they save their receipts and report them at tax time.
In order for a Sacramento window replacement to be considered energy efficient, they must meet three major criterion, low air infiltration, low U value, and the proper solar heat gain for the area in which they are used. The air infiltration is the amount of air that leaks through the frame of the unit. If there is a high air infiltration, the window is not energy efficient.
The U value is the amount of heat that will move through a window. If the U value, or U factor is low, the unit is considered to be well insulated and energy efficient. The solar heat gain is the amount of the solar energy that the windowpane allows into the room. In this case, the proper measurement depends on the climate where you live. In California, it is more desirable to have a lower solar heat gain.
Window Replacements
When determining the best window replacements in your California home, you will need to decide on the budget you are willing to spend, and the styles you want to use. A Sacramento window replacement can be purchased in all shapes and styles. You can choose from casements, double hung, awning, gliding, or picture windows, just to name a few. Each style also comes in a variety of materials. California wood window replacement, vinyl, aluminum and composite are the four most popular.
The style of the Sacramento window replacement in your CA home is important. When you change the style of the windows in a residence, the entire home gains a whole new look. It is important that if you are trying to maintain the architectural look of the house, that you use the same style windows that are currently being used.
Another important factor for a Sacramento window replacement is the size you need. Be sure to measure the windows carefully, esepcially with more expensive projects like double paned glass window replacement, in order to purchase the correct replacement for your needs. Measure both the length and the width in three locations and use the smallest measurements you get. This will ensure a tight fit. If the frames are damaged or rotting, you will also want to replace them as well. Installing a new window into a rotting frame will not increase the energy efficiency of your Sacramento home.
Replacement Windows Cost
The cost to do a Sacramento window replacement depends on the material you use and the size of the unit. Of course odd or larger sizes will cost more than smaller, standard sized windows. The material is a huge cost factor for most replacement styles. If cost is a concern, you may want to choose aluminum for the replacements.
Wood is a great choice for a Sacramento window replacement. It is a natural insulator and it will not conduct heat or cold into the home. Wood is a more costly solution, however, and it will require occasional maintenance to keep it looking beautiful. On the other hand, if you want a material that does not require maintenance and will last for years, you may want to consider vinyl. Vinyl will not warp or rot, and comes in many styles and colors.
A Sacramento window replacement is the ideal way to increase the value of your Sacramento home. Replacing windows will also decrease the amount of money you spend on heating and cooling costs. Shop online for the best prices in your Sacramento area. You will find amazing savings on top replacement products in Sacramento. No matter whether you are looking for antique windows, or new styles, you can find what you need when you shop online.
Sacramento, California U-Factor and SHGC Ratings for Replacement Windows
When shopping for replacement windows in Sacramento, California - located in Sacramento County - it is extremely important to purchase windows with the correct u-factor and solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) as rated by Energy Star.
Energy Star determines the u-factor and SHGC that will give you the most energy efficienct window replacement based on your zip code's climate zone.
The climate zone assigned to your zip code takes into account how extreme the seasons are in your area of California. How warm and cold it gets where you live determines how well your new windows will need to keep out the cold air and the hot sun.
California, unlike most states, has many micro-climates. Due to these micro-climates most counties and cities in California have more than one climate zone. Therefore most CA cities and counties have more than one u-factor and solar heat gain coefficient rating depending upon which particular climate zone your zip code is in.
Below, you will find a table with the climate zones and corresponding u-factor and SHGC ratings for Sacramento, California and Sacramento's nearby cities and zip codes.
The climate zone, u-factor and SHGC listed for your zip code in Sacramento County will help you to determine which replacement windows will maximize energy savings for your home.
To find the Energy Star recommended u-factor and solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) for your city in the Sacramento metro area, simply do the following:
- Find your city name in the left most column under "Cities and Zips".
- Under your city name, locate your zip code.
- If you don't see your zip code, scroll down to the next "Cities and Zips" heading and locate your city again. Then find your zip code.
- Find your climate zone in the orange box to the right of the column with your city name and zip code combination.
- Under the orange box with your climate zone, find the dark grey box with the product you are looking for - window replacements, new doors, or skylights.
- Under the product type, you will find the best u-factor and shgc as determined by Energy Star.
- When getting quotes from contractors, be sure that your window replacements, new skylights, and/or replacement doors have these ratings to maximize energy efficiency in your home.
| Cities and Zips | ||
|---|---|---|
| Antelope 95843 Broderick 95605 Carmichael 95608 95609 Mcclellan Afb 95652 North Highlands 95660 Rio Linda 95673 Sacramento 94203 94204 94205 94206 94207 94208 94209 94211 94229 94230 94232 94234 94235 94236 94237 94239 94240 94244 94245 94246 94247 94248 94 West Sacramento 95691 95798 95799 |
South-Central Climate Zone | |
| Windows | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.30 or less | 0.25 or less | |
| Skylights | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.53 or less | 0.28 or less | |
| Solid Doors (No Glass) | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.17 or less | No Rating | |
| Doors with Less than Half Glass | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.25 or less | 0.25 or less | |
| Doors with More than Half Glass | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.30 or less | 0.25 or less | |
Remember to research thoroughly prior to making a window replacement purchase, regardless of whether you are installing the windows yourself or having them installed by a licensed professional window replacement contractor.
Sacramento Window Suppliers
Below you will find a list of local window retailers, contractors, installers, and manufacturers in the Sacramento area.
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